NEW YORK (AP) — ESPN is going to offer viewers a chance to hear about what really goes on in the selection committee meeting room as the unveiling of the bracket nears.
Greg Shaheen, the man who was in charge of the NCAA tournament from 2001-13, will appear on all of the cable network’s outlets starting Friday with the mission of letting people know the twists and turns of the days leading up to Selection Sunday.
Shaheen resigned from his position after last year’s Final Four. Under his leadership, the tournament expanded from 65 to 68 teams, including the First Four “play in” games, and helped secure a $10.8 billion TV contract over 14 years.
ESPN contacted Shaheen about college basketball’s version of the 10-day contract last month and when he agreed, it was up to the network to decide where he would be best utilized.
